2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura CSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura CSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2008 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Sienna | CSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
